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Skip to Recipe Weekend getaways, dinners cooked outside, and drinks on the deck. Yes, that’s what summer is all about! With summer slowly approaching, I want to share a recipe that has everything you need to make your next summer cookout unforgettable. These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers are bursting with fresh, delicious, and summery flavors! Tender, succulent chicken pieces are loaded onto the skewers, grilled to perfection, and slathered with a sweet, tangy and spicy Bang Bang sauce. WHAT DOES BANG BANG SAUCE TASTE LIKE? Bang Bang Sauce is a rich, sweet and spicy sauce, extremely versatile, that pairs well with grilled meat, fried seafood, veggies or anything that needs a boost of bold flavors. It is so addictive that you’ll want to try it on everything. You can easily play with the spice level or amount of sweetness depending on what you’re serving it with. CAN THE SKEWERS BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME? ...

Skip to Recipe The football fever is soaring high with everyone waiting and cheering with bated breath for their favorite team. I must admit that I have never been a sports person. Even my repeated attempts to appreciate the game could not uproot my deeply entrenched belief that the game is just too aggressive for my liking. What is more enjoyable for a football fan than having pizza night at home while watching the best team battle it out? If you’ve never tried BBQ Chicken Pizza before, you absolutely should because it is a total treat. This BBQ Chicken Pizza has it all- a homemade pizza crust, sweet BBQ sauce, juicy shredded chicken, red onions, bell peppers, jalapenos and lot of mozzarella. Big on flavors and always a hit with the family! I have made the pizza crust from scratch. Though it may seem a bit difficult, it is really easy and almost anyone can make it. However, this pizza will come together incredibly fas...

Skip to Recipe Living in a cold country, I always appreciate the arrival of summer. Though summer is still a month away, I am gearing up for summer and all things associated with it. Juicy, smoky, and totally delicious, this BBQ Pulled Chicken Burger is the perfect summer staple! This Burger features tender, slow cooked pulled chicken smothered in a barbeque sauce with crunchy coleslaw nestled inside buttery brioche buns. WHAT IS PULLED CHICKEN? Pulled chicken is basically chicken that is slow cooked to become so tender that you can pull it apart easily into pieces. WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS Packed with Flavors: It is hard to resist the tender fall-apart and smoky chicken. You will surely crave this Burger all summer long! Perfect for Entertaining: Whether you are cooking this for your next summer backyard BBQ party, game night or for a busy weeknight meal, ...

Skip to Recipe Is there a meal more quintessentially British than Fish and Chips? As British as the double-decker buses, red telephone boxes, and Harry Potter, this classic combination of golden, crispy fish and chunky chips is served in every fish and chip shops, called the ''chippies''. In fact, it is so loved by the Brits that they celebrate National Fish and Chips Day on the first Friday of every June. Beer battered Cod fried to golden perfection, that is tender on the inside and perfectly crisp outside. Pair with fresh fries, homemade tartar sauce, boiled peas and lemon wedges and you’ll think you’re in the best pub in England! THE SECRET TO PERFECT FISH AND CHIPS The secret to the best Fish and Chips is a good batter. Ice-cold beer is a key ingredient in the batter. Adding beer to the batter makes it super light and airy which gives the fish, its signature super crispy texture. What type of...

Skip to Recipe If there is anything more popular in Mexican cuisine than tacos and nachos, it definitely has to be Guacamole, hands down. Though it originated in Mexico, its popularity spread beyond the country's borders and eventually has become an international sensation. This quick appetizer can easily be whipped up in a few minutes with a handful of simple ingredients. Classic Guacamole is a delicious blend of perfectly ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, onions, lime juice and fresh cilantro. Plain and simple! Full of flavors and freshness, this version tastes just like the tableside guacamole made at your favorite Mexican restaurant. IS GUACAMOLE HEALTHY? Absolutely! Guacamole is made primarily with avocados that contain healthy fats called monounsaturated fats which keeps your heart healthy. They are also a great source of folate, fiber, potassium and vitamins and keeps you full and satiated for a lon...

Skip to Recipe We all have our list of favorite food from popular chain restaurants, fast food joints and cafes that we just can’t get enough of and keep going back. Chicken Tenders! Who doesn’t love crispy strips of chicken in the perfect crunchy coating? They are loved by everyone and I am not an exception. But as delicious and tempting as they are, they come with plenty of unwanted sodium and saturated fats. Bid farewell to the drive, the wait and make these Crispy Chicken Tenders at home for a fraction of the cost and without all the hassle of deep frying. Perfectly crisp and crunchy outside and juicy and moist inside with the perfect blend of spices, these copycat Chicken Tenders are as good as the real deal! All the delicious flavors, amazing crunch without the oil splattering all over the place- they are a total crowd-pleaser. WHAT TO SERVE WITH THESE CHICKEN TENDERS Enjoy these Chicken Tenders with...

Skip to Recipe Australia may be better known for its barbecues than its baking, but it is proud home to a range of iconic desserts. Today I am sharing one of the most popular desserts of the country, Lamingtons. Lamingtons are light, moist fluffy squares of sponge cake, coated in a luscious chocolate glaze and generously rolled in desiccated coconut. There is a reason they are an Aussie favorite! THE HISTORY OF LAMINGTONS While there is some debate about the exact origin of Lamingtons, they are widely associated with Australia. It is believed that they were named after Lord Lamington, who served as the Governor of Queensland, Australia, from 1896 to 1901. Legend has it that his cook accidentally dropped a sponge cake into a bowl of chocolate and then coated it with coconut to avoid wasting it. The result was declared a resounding success that quickly gained popularity among the Governor's guests. Since then, ...